City of Springfield, OH Hiring for Planning/Zoning Technician at Springfield, OH Full Time

ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA OUR WEBSITE FOR CONSIDERATION:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/springfieldoh/jobs/3832244/planning-zoning-technician?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 01/03/22 AT 11:59PM

The Planning/Zoning Technician is responsible for administrative coordination and planning in the Community Development Department.

This position entails a variety of activities relating to the planning and zoning division within the Community Development Department. This position will support and assist the planning and zoning division under the general direction of the City Planner and ultimately the Community Development Director. This position will work with various divisions and departments of the City of Springfield.

Examples of Duties:

• Reviews building plans and zoning permit applications for compliance with requirements; such as code and land use compliance
• Performs routine office tasks in designated program areas; such as data entry, file management, copying, answering telephone and responding to e-mails
• Develops and maintains automated tracking systems, hard copy files and records
• Researches and compiles information on a variety of planning applications/requests made to city boards from multiple sources
• Prepares public notices or letters
• Prepares maps, charts, graphics of limited complexity
• Investigates violations of planning regulations and ordinances, including site visits
• Provides assistance on public meetings, and assists other city staff as appropriate
• Performs all other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in planning, landscape, architecture, geography or related field OR equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the necessary skills and abilities to perform the work.
• Possession of a valid Ohio Driver’s License.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent system.
• The candidate must be comfortable with public speaking, and working within neighborhoods throughout the entire community.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

The City of Springfield is committed to a diverse workforce as it enriches and strengthens how we advance our mission. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from all individuals, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, and all the other characteristics that make us unique. Our goal is to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.58 – $28.82 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Springfield, OH 45502: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

Work Location: One location